General Electric B39-8

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Data Sheet Information Compiled by: JEAN-DENIS BACHAND
New: 19 December 2005 Drawing by: Jean-Denis Bachand
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Engine Builder: General Electric Engine: 4-cycle Model 16FDL
Bore & Stroke 9" X 10.5"
RPM (Maximum / Minimum) 1050 / 450
Main Generator: GE - GMG186 Horsepower: 3900
Gear Ratio: 74:18 Speed: 70 mph
Trucks: 4-Wheel FB-2 Configuration: B-B
Traction Motor Blowers: Mechanical Driven (2) Model: ?
Weight: 280,000 lbs Traction Motors: GE 752AF (Four)
Tractive Effort (starting) 68,500 lbs @ 25% Tractive Effort (continuous): 68,000 lbs @ 18.3 mph
Multiple Unit Capability: Yes Dynamic Braking: Yes
Auxilary Generator: GY 27 Alternator: GY27
Air Brake: Westinghouse Model: 26L
Air Compressor: Westinghouse Model: 3CDC
Quantity Built: 148 (including 3 proto-types) Dates: 1/1984 to 7/1988
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Exterior Dimensions B39-8
Total Length 66'-04"
Wheel Diameter 40"
Truck Wheel Base 9'-00"
Height to Top Engine Hood 15'-04.5"
Height to Top Cab 14'-11.5"
Cab Width 10'-01.5"
Hood Width 9'-11"
Height to Walkway 9'-04"
Width of Walkway 5'-00"
Center Bolster 39'-04"
Leading Edge Front Truck to Front Pilot 2'-03"
Trailing Edge Rear Truck to Rear Pilot 1'-09"
Leading Edge Front Truck to Trailing Edge Rear Truck 45'-11"
Minimum Turning Radious 39 degrees
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Fuel Oil: 3150 gallons Lubricating Oil: 400 gallons
Engine Cooling Water: 410 gallons Sand Capacity: 40 cu. ft.
Options: -
Reference Sources:
  • GE Advanced Generation, 1989, by James W. Kerr
  • GE Locomotives, volumes 1 & 2, 1981, by James W. Kerr
  • Car & Locomotive Cyclopedia, 1984, by Simmons & Boardman
  • The Modern Locomotive Handbook, 1979, Railway Fuel & Operating Officers Assn.
  • Diesel & Electric Locomotive Specifications, 1981, by F. K. Hudson.

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